This is the 9206th most frequent Russian word.
слезы
Tears.
The word 'слёзы' is used in its primary sense, referring to the drops of liquid that one sheds when crying.
Её слёзы катились по щекам.
Her tears rolled down her cheeks.
Here, 'слёзы' illustrates an emotional reaction, specifically tears linked to joy and positive emotions.
Слезы радости на ее лице были ясным признаком счастья.
Tears of joy on her face were a clear sign of happiness.
In this sentence, 'слёзы' is related to an effort to suppress the physical expression of sadness or emotional turmoil.